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Dianna's avatar

Diane, first I am so glad that Peter came through well. And yes you are correct on so many levels about patience and responding, not reacting. Certainly better for our health and everyone else’s. And if you are constantly dealing with process of living you can skip most of this by going to your best suited and closest MAYO facility. They truly have medical logistics and process figured out. And the doctors are the best in the world.

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Diane Padoven's avatar

Thank you! Yes, dealing with health issues can be a full-time job...as you know better than most. I hope all is well with you and your family. Thank you for subscribing to LMA. I appreciate you.

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Michael Donatelli's avatar

I’m so glad that he came through the surgery well and that he’s recovering. Cuz, you are a rockstar. I know that he is so glad to have you by his side through all of this. If I lived closer, I’d come and take care of you in the aftermath.

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Diane Padoven's avatar

Oh...I love you Cuz! Thank you. He is doing great!!

xoxo

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Jana Zonneveld's avatar

Thanks for sharing, perfect reminder. I will be spending a week with all my grandchildren! Your hubby is fortunate to have you by his side. Prayers ( and I will pray) for quick and complete recovery.

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Diane Padoven's avatar

Thanks, Jana! What a joy to spend time with what? your 75 grandchildren?? :) Patience & Joy can go hand in hand.

Thank you for your prayers. He is doing really well.

xo,

dp

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Lilian Calles Barger's avatar

I’ve had this experience more than once. The worst was when my parents were both in the hospital at the same time but in two different wings. I had to walk at least a mile in a tunnel several times a day to consult with a ton of doctors and make decisions. This lasted a month. I found time stood still and just falling

into the situation without resistance helped me get through it. Reaction is resistance.

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Diane Padoven's avatar

"Reaction is resistance." perfect!

Your "walking a mile in a tunnel several times a day" is so relatable. Thanks for weighing in.

xo,

dp

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